1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1966 Mercury Cyclone
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mercury Cyclone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mercury Cyclone would be higher. At 6,393 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Mercury Cyclone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (335 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Mercury Cyclone should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Mercury Cyclone weights approximately 227 kg more than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Mercury Cyclone (579 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1966 Mercury Cyclone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1966 Mercury Cyclone | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mercury |
| Model | Valiant | Cyclone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3522 cc | 6393 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 579 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 1632 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2950 mm |
